The Networking Mentor: Whose Story Are You In?

by Ivan R. Misner, C.G. Cooper

The Networking Mentor is a parable about the transformation of someone's life because another person took them under their wing and mentored them relating to the do's and don'ts of networking. It starts with a struggling business owner, Ken, who is invited to a BNI networking group by a business associate who proceeds to mentor Ken and help him learn how to network effectively and build a referral based business. Ken's mentor teaches him very specific strategies on how to network better and at the same time, the mentor improves his skillset as well. Each and every one of us has people in our lives who made a difference. We all have someone in our story who influenced the path we took-or perhaps motivated us to carve our own path. These are the mentors we've had in our life. Their impact can be life changing. We firmly believe in the power of mentors to make a positive difference in the lives of others. By devoting time and attention to a mentoring relationship, both parties reap deeply powerful and meaningful rewards that extend well beyond simple financial gain. As we mature and gain more experience, we have the opportunity to transition from mostly being a mentee to also being a mentor. This book is for both mentors and mentees. We've all had mentors who are in "our story." When we talk about how our life has changed through our experiences with them, they are part of that story. However, there is something even more important: The real question is not who's in our story but whose story are we in? Whose life have we made a difference in? That's what creates a meaningful life, and that's why this book is for both mentees and mentors. (This book is the second edition of a book originally titled: "I Love Networking." It has been expanded with additional chapters and graphics.)

80 pages, Paperback

Published July 5, 2019

About the author

Dr. Ivan Misner is the Founder & Chairman of BNI, the world's largest business networking organization. BNI was founded in 1985. The organization has over 5,800 chapters throughout every populated continent of the world. Last year alone, BNI generated 6.5 million referrals resulting in $2.8 billion dollars worth of business for its members.

Dr. Misner's Ph.D. is from the University of Southern California. He is a New York Times Bestselling author who has written twelve books including his latest #1 bestseller, "Networking Like a Pro".

He is a monthly columnist for Entrepreneur.com and is the Senior Partner for the Referral Institute - a referral training company with trainers around the world. In addition, he has taught business management and social capital courses at several universities throughout the United States.

Called the "Father of Modern Networking" by CNN and the "Networking Guru" by Entrepreneur magazine, Dr. Misner is considered one of the world's leading experts on business networking and has been a keynote speaker for major corporations and associations throughout the world. He has been featured in the L.A. Times, Wall Street Journal, and New York Times, as well as numerous TV and radio shows including CNN, CNBC, and the BBC in London.

Dr. Misner is on the Board of Trustees for the University of La Verne. He is also the Founder of the BNI-Misner Foundation and was recently named "Humanitarian of the Year" by a Southern California newspaper. He is married and lives with his wife Elisabeth and their three children in Claremont, CA. In his spare time!!! he is also an amateur magician and a black belt in karate.

Reviews

[Jerry Summers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I liked the parable approach to the BNI theme. I have heard the core values multiple times now but it is important to repeat so they stay Top of Mind. Givers Gain, Build Relationships, Lifelong Learning, Traditions + Innovation, Positive Attitude, Accountability, Recognition. Do you walk the core values?

[Elena Rossi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Un libro utile a chi approccia da zero al networking Bni. Per chi conosce già il metodo è un buon ripasso di contenuti ed esperienze già vissuti.

[Jasmine Porter]

Awesome quick read

The power of networking with purpose and efficiency. I enjoyed this quick read and the gained perspective of the BNI process

[Joe Sellars · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read if you are wanting to grow your business!

I am amazed at how much is packed into this quick read. I love the way it is told in a story format. It really helps to convey the power of each idea and principle. I will definitely be "rinsing and repeating" this one on a regular basis. If you are looking to grow your business this serves as a text book to getting you started in the right direction.